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Top Edinburgh LGBT Welcoming Hotels

Novotel Edinburgh Centre
4 out of 5
80 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$357 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$357
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"They could up their game on the food, but the location can't be beat. I also really like the staff. They were friendly and responsive."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Novotel Edinburgh Centre
The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
5 out of 5
Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$664 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$664
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Wonderful old hotel, great restaurant and bar, fantastic staff. The lifts broke down for a couple of days but we were on the 1st floor so just a bit more exorcise if we didn't fancy waiting for the service lift! We are looking to book our return visit soon ."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hilton Edinburgh Carlton
4 out of 5
19 North Bridge, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$505 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$505
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"The Hotel was nice, under renovations. My Deluxe Room was nice but the sink drain was none functional so the water wouldn’t drain."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton
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Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh
4 out of 5
1-3 Baxters Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$390 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$390
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Everything!"

Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh
The Scotsman Hotel
4 out of 5
20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$607 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$607
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"A little disappointed. Elevator 1 was out for our entire stay and we had to personally haul our luggage up 4 flights, bed was extremely firm, robes were stiff and scratchy, our air went out and window wouldn't open. Hotel provided us with a fan. Lobby area quite small. Location was excellent - right ..."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

The Scotsman Hotel
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
3 out of 5
77 South Bridge, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$307 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$307
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,582 reviews)
"Convenient location to train station and Royal Mile."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG
4 out of 5
19-21 George Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundable
The price is AU$648 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$648
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Wonderful
"The hotel was beautiful, and the staff members were so helpful."

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG
Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG
5 out of 5
38 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundable
The price is AU$594 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$594
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful property and service"

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG
DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh City Centre
4 out of 5
34 Bread Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$436 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$436
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Everything was good."

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh City Centre
Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG
3 out of 5
Picardy Place Top Of Leith Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$349 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$349
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Playhouse
"Great location , recently refurbed so everything clean tidy and functional . Included breakfast was decent if a bit chaotic . Staff all pleasant and helpful . Overall very similar to the Premier inn York place but more recently upgraded . Bed smaller breakfast not quite as good . However would happily ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG
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Enjoy gay-friendly hotels in Edinburgh


What kinds of gay-friendly hotels are there in Edinburgh?


When you're looking for gay-friendly hotels in Edinburgh, you'll find a wide variety of options to choose from. These welcoming hotels come in all shapes and sizes and offer a diverse array of amenities and special features you can enjoy. Whether you're looking for something romantic, like hotels with spa facilities, or are more interested in rooms better fit for a solo traveller or a group of friends, you'll find it here. What these hotels all have in common, though, is strict anti-discrimination policies and insight into some of the most popular LGBTQ-friendly activities available in town.


What are the best gay-friendly hotels in Edinburgh like?


The best gay-friendly hotel in Edinburgh depends on what you're looking for in accommodation. Fortunately, you can easily find what you need, thanks to the multitude of available search filters. You can filter based on amenities you may be interested in, like hot tubs or pet-friendly policies, or you can sort by star rating. You can even filter by guest reviews to show only hotels that have received predominantly high marks from previous guests. Don't forget to mark the filter for LGBTQ-friendly hotels to only show anti-discriminatory hotels in your results.


How can I find deals on Edinburgh gay-friendly hotels?


You'll find plenty of deals on gay-friendly hotels in Edinburgh. If you want to increase your chances of finding a deal, try booking your stay in the off-season when prices are usually cheaper. Additionally, think about what amenities you may be willing to go without to drive the price down even further. Of course, booking a short distance away from prominent attractions can be an easy way to save while still being close to public transport routes that can get you to the action easily. Just keep in mind that these are general trends rather than solid rules, as prices fluctuate all the time and can be difficult to predict.


Why should I book a gay-friendly hotel in Edinburgh with Expedia?


Booking with Expedia makes your holiday planning easier than ever before. Not only will you be able to enjoy a massive selection of gay-friendly hotels in Edinburgh, but you can also book a flight as well. In fact, booking both through Expedia may even unlock some additional savings. Plus, you can take advantage of the Expedia Rewards program. Joining is completely free, and every booking earns you points that you can redeem later for additional discounts. Plus, you'll enjoy deep discounts on certain hotels simply by being a member.


Are gay-friendly hotels in Edinburgh fully refundable?


A fully refundable cancelation is a handy feature to have, and numerous gay-friendly hotels in Edinburgh offer it. Expedia is proud to host a wide variety of hotels that offer full refund – there's even a search-filter option for it. You'll be able to see all qualifying hotels clearly marked on your search results page without even having to click the hotels individually.